Rumpole Misbehaves
by John Mortimer
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Author: John MortimerEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-11-25
ISBN: 0143114115
Number of pages: 208
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Book Reviews of Rumpole Misbehaves
Book Review: Rumpole Primer
Summary: 5 Stars
This review is not written for the Rumpole faithful, because no matter what I write, you're still going to buy this book. For the rest, Rumpole is an acquired taste, you will either like it, or you won't. I won't review any particular book because one thing that stands out about the Rumpole series is it's consistency, the are all pretty much written on the same level, there are no good or bad Rumpole books. Pretty much, its all one long story.
Well, what is Rumpole? Or rather, who? Rumpole is a fictional practicing English barrister or criminal lawyer and these books are based on a long running English TV series (now over) of Rumpole's trials (and tribulations). Some of the books are short story compliations and some are books (which are almost like short story compilations). There is always more than 1 plot per story, usually the 2nd plot is to do with Rumpole's home life, or something other than the trial. These stories aren't really mysteries, but they are more like trial procedurals and Rumpole is always for the defence. In most of the stories, he investigates the crime and will usually get his innocent client off. And usually arrayed against him are the true criminal(s), the trial judge, members of his own chambers and even his wife known as SWMBO.
So what's so great about Rumpole? To re-iterate, they are an acquired taste. These books are not easy to read, but they are well written. These fictive books are a rare case where I can actually learn new vocabulary and usage of words and terms (for me anyway). People who like Rumpole also find the books very amusing. They are humorous, in an understated English sort of way; they won't make you laugh out loud, but they will leave you amused. And like most good fiction, they develop the characters well so you get to know them well, and that is why people continue to read these books.
As I said, I won't review any particular book for the noviciate since one books is the same as another. If you are new, I would recommend starting at the very first one, Rumpole of the Bailey because the series is continuous. However, I have noticed that the latter books are somewhat shorter and easier to read, so if you would like to start off with an easier Rumpole, you can try any of his books published after 2002 such as Rumpole Rests his Case, and if you like it, go back to Rumpole of the Bailey.
Have fun!
Summary of Rumpole Misbehaves
The next novel in the Rumpole series from the beloved and bestselling master of the courtThe Rumpole novels have garnered legions of fans who show no sign of abandoning their favorite curmudgeonly British barrister. Now in Rumpole Misbehaves, our hero takes on nothing less than the New Labour government when their ridiculous new Anti- Social Behavior Orders land a Timson child in front of the bench for playing soccer on a posh London street. However, Rumpole quickly discovers that the complainant is hiding some nefarious secrets of her own. As he investigates the murder of a prostitute with links to white slavery and unscrupulous dealings in a government department, Rumpole must also wrangle with his fellow barristers as they threaten him with an ASBO for bringing food, wine, and small cigars into his room in chambers.
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